Yes, we did try the new empanada place last February. The desert empanadas were wonderful. Kris made coffee for us at Kinta and I went across the street and got empanadas for everyone late one night. It was a lot of fun.

I'm not a big fan of Sorissi, sorry to say - ever since they charged us nearly $100 for one "special" covered pizza on my birthday two years ago. I am a huge fan of the ice cream at La Flor de Michoacan however. The black walnut is "to die for". And Rye - at El Moro, is my very favorite waiter. Going there is like going home. Try the fish tacos for lunch at Camillos next time. Yum!

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Hi TC. We will be travelling to Cozumel next week and would appreciate if you would send your list to us. Thanks!email - [email protected]

Hi Vcrew. Emails are on their way. Enjoy.

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Please send me your guide. Planning on first trip in April!
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Thanks TC. I got them.

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Looking to go to Riviera Maya in June for my honeymoon and may jump over to Cozumel for a few days. Think I could get a peak at your world famous things to do list?

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Well....I don't know about "world famous" but I've sent you each two emails filled with my best advice. Hope it helps and you enjoy your visit.

Hi, I am new to these forums, but I am looking to travel Cozumel this March for 8 nights with my girlfriend. I'm 20 and she is 18. We've never left the country, and she's never been out of Missouri aside from a couple vacations, so I would like to show her a really good time. As college students, we are on a pretty tight budget.

I'm interested in doing a little bit of everything: An ATV tour, horseback riding, snorkeling reefs, scuba diving (possibly getting certified if I really enjoy it), parasailing, one or more Mayan ruin visits (Is a tour really necessary? And is Chichen Itza really necessary if we aren't history buffs by any means?), visiting cenotes, maybe a horseback ride, swim with dolphins and maybe manatees/sea lions, etc...

Also, what is parking like there? I was considering renting a scooter for us, but am concerned about parking for scooters and the safety of leaving it somewhere.

I was looking to stay at Hostelito, Beachhouse Cozumel, and La Casona Real, which seem to be the top-rated, budget friendly places.

I found a tour company, Cozumel Tours by Johann and Sandra.
http://www.cozumel-tours.com/ I was wondering if anyone knew how nice these tours are. Also, I'm looking for the cheapest way to get certified, without compromising safety and still doing at least 6 dives. I'm willing to do the PADI-eCourse.

Basically, I'd like to know which excursions are necessary to see on the island and mainland, the best method of travel, parking availability, info on tour companies, and estimated expenditures from March 12th-20th. Keep in mind a tight budget. I'l be taking a flight to Cancun, bussing to Playa del Carmen, and ferrying to Cozumel, all which will cost about $665 round trip.

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Well, Mr Greenburgh, you are asking for quite a lot in one holiday. First let me say that you will NOT be able to do all of these things and be certified to SCUBA. SCUBA certification is a huge commitment to be done safely. It is not something that you squeeze in between all the other activities. Your girlfriend will spend a lot of time alone while you study to pass the written tests and get certified. You will also not be drinking and diving the next day, so keep that in mind as you plan your spring break. I would recommend that you learn to dive on another holiday or do it in your hometown, then finish with the open water certification whilst on holiday somewhere. You can snorkel quite nicely on Cozumel.

The Mayan ruins and cenotes are all on the mainland, so you should plan one day for each of those activities -- making sure to coordinate with the ferry schedule and hoping bad weather doesn't close down the ferry. So do be mindful of the weather forecast for any day you travel by ferry.

You might want to check to make sure they will rent a moped to your girlfriend. Being under 21 she might not qualify. Two on one moped is such a bad idea, as a couple of bad accidents have left tourists injured or dead. Personally, I would suggest you just rely on taxis.

You say you are on a tight budget, yet most of the activities you list are quite pricey. SCUBA dives, after you are certified are about $75 each and you would need to rent equipment on top of that.

You can not take a rental car to the mainland, so would have to rent there or take tours after exiting the ferry. I'm sure you can google for the pricing of tours to the ruins. Swimming with the dolphins is about $150 I think. Not sure about manatees, etc.

My advice would be to consider staying on the mainland. You will save a lot in travel time and expenditures. The best and least expensive way to get certified is at home, in a pool, with your local dive shop. Reconsider your wish list and compare it to your budget. Good luck.

Hi TC, I'd really love your list too. Thanks.
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Hello lovetotravel. I've sent you two emails. Hope they help.

Greetings TC. Could you pls send your list to [email protected]? Thank you! Any opinions on the El Cozumeleno all-incl resort? We are considering that in early May.

Hello GTK. I'll send my list off to you. I don't have an opinion on El Cozumeleno. I have never stayed there. It is rather large, but in a good location. The water is nice there. Its fairly close to town. I'm not much for AI -- so probably the wrong person to ask. There are so many great restaurants in town, that I would hate to be hooked to an AI for my meals. We have a condo with a kitchen and go into town at night for dinner. Have you had a look at Trip Advisor reviews?

TC, We will be a mother/teenage daughter at El Presidente for a week. We'd love your list too. We've traveled extensively solo, meeting my husband as his business allows. We are comfortable solo, but thought I'd ask if you have any safety tips too - other than the obvious for two women traveling. Any comments on fun for an 18 year old daughter hanging with her Mom? We enjoy adventure and relaxation, depending on which way the wind is blowing! For the list: [email protected]

I "volunteered" to organize a trip for 10 people ranging in age from 16 to 69 so would appreciate your list. My email is [email protected]

Thank you TC. I have received both emails with the list. I will print and go over with a highlighter for all that there is to offer! Thank you for organizing such a descriptive listing.

You are welcome, Julie. I hope the list offers some help. You don't say when you are traveling, but the second week of March is Carnival this year. It is a wonderful time to be in Cozumel, with dancing on the square, parades, and lots of festivities. The pre-Carnival activities have already started, so there is something going on all the time between now and then. I think you and your daughter will love the water and the shopping and do try some of the great local restaurants.

TC,
I'm going to Cozumel in a few weeks and would love your list of things to do if you get a chance?? Thank You! [email protected]